Is God Actually Disappointed in You — Or Is That Just Shame Talking? - Kurt Francom

What if shame — not lack of discipline — is the real reason men stay stuck? Kurt Francom built a 20-million-download podcast on human connection, mental health, and the healing power of authentic storytelling. In this conversation, we explore the difference between guilt and shame, why self-acceptance is the foundation of personal growth, and how vulnerability and mindfulness unlock real change. Kurt shares his leadership skills, his journey through resilience and emotional health, and how a vow of silence inside a three-day wilderness retreat became the most powerful tool he's seen for men's mental health. We talk about presence, trust, kindness, community support, and what overcoming shame actually looks like in a real conversation with someone you respect. If you've ever carried that quiet question — am I enough? — this episode is for you.Chapters:0:00 — Introduction & Welcome2:24 — Who Is Kurt Francom? Leading Saints & 20M Downloads4:30 — Is God Disappointed in Me? The Book and the Shame Behind It8:30 — Guilt vs. Shame: A Distinction That Changes Everything14:35 — Warrior Heart: Three-Day Men's Retreats and Why They Work20:00 — The One Thing: 10 Minutes of Silence and Reclaiming Your IdentityLearn more about Leading Saints: https://leadingsaints.org/Warrior Heart Retreats: https://awarriorheart.com/Subscribe to KneeToKnee Audio: https://kneetoknee.riverside.com/☑ Find us most everywhere! https://linktr.ee/kneetoknee#HumanConnection #AuthenticConnections #WellnessJourney